{"@id":"https://credentialengineregistry.org/resources/ce-05b66bc3-72e7-46f9-91c6-76763355260c","@type":"ceterms:AssociateDegree","@context":"https://credreg.net/ctdl/schema/context/json","ceterms:ctid":"ce-05b66bc3-72e7-46f9-91c6-76763355260c","ceterms:name":{"en-US":"Associate of Science Degree in Veterinary Technology"},"ceterms:keyword":{"en-US":["Veterinary Technology"]},"ceterms:ownedBy":["https://credentialengineregistry.org/resources/ce-d77d3d7b-76a5-4435-a017-e7fdd095d35b"],"ceterms:offeredBy":["https://credentialengineregistry.org/resources/ce-d77d3d7b-76a5-4435-a017-e7fdd095d35b"],"ceterms:inLanguage":["en"],"ceterms:description":{"en-US":"Earning an A.S. degree in Veterinary Technology from Los Angeles Pierce College qualifies a student to sit for the national and state board exams. The comprehensive scope of the Veterinary Technology major provides the student with the skills and knowledge necessary for employment as a Registered Veterinary Technician in many differ\u0002ent capacities and settings. The curriculum integrates lecture classes with hands-on lab classes and outside clinical experiences, and meets or exceeds all American Veterinary Medical Association standards. Students are given ample opportunity to work with a wide variety of domestic animals here on campus. The coursework is separated into three categories: prerequisites, general education and advanced classes. Prior to being permitted to enroll in advanced level classes, students must complete all prerequisites and submit an application to the RVT Program Director. Students must earn at least a \"C\" in all categories of classes. The coursework can be completed in two years, (includ\u0002ing summer sessions), but most students take longer to complete the program. The Veterinary Technology Major is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association. Academic counseling is strongly recommended prior to starting the RVT program. TRANSFER STUDENTS Completing the Associate Degree does not necessarily meet the university-admission requirements for transfer. An Associate Degree is not a requirement for transfer to either the CSU or UC campuses. Private and out-of-state colleges and universities have unique transfer requirements. However, if you would like to transfer to a university and earn an associate degree, early educational planning can make this goal achievable. You should meet with a counselor early in your studies to develop an Educational Plan that fulfills both transfer requirements and associate degree requirements. See page 286 of this catalog for more information on transfer requirements and resources. PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES Upon completion of this program, students will: • Be proficient in the Essential Tasks as required by the AVMA. • Possess the knowledge, skills and abilities to pass state and national board exams. • Develop the ability to assess and respond appropriately to routine and emergency medical conditions. • Gain an understanding of the role of the Registered Veterinary Technician on a veterinary team.\n\nPlease see the college Catalog for the most up-to-date description."},"ceterms:accreditedBy":["_:6650c48c-a7f6-4104-b0f8-d12b2a1f6d82"],"ceterms:dateEffective":"2020-08-31","ceterms:occupationType":[{"@type":"ceterms:CredentialAlignmentObject","ceterms:framework":"https://www.bls.gov/soc/","ceterms:targetNode":"https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/25-1071.00","ceterms:codedNotation":"25-1071.00","ceterms:frameworkName":{"en-US":"Standard Occupational Classification"},"ceterms:targetNodeName":{"en-US":"Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary"},"ceterms:targetNodeDescription":{"en-US":"Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine."}}],"ceterms:subjectWebpage":"https://programmapper.piercecollege.edu/academics","ceterms:estimatedDuration":[{"@type":"ceterms:DurationProfile","ceterms:exactDuration":"P20M"}],"ceterms:availabilityListing":["https://www.piercecollege.edu"],"ceterms:credentialStatusType":{"@type":"ceterms:CredentialAlignmentObject","ceterms:framework":"https://credreg.net/ctdl/terms/CredentialStatus","ceterms:targetNode":"credentialStat:Active","ceterms:frameworkName":{"en-US":"Credential Status"},"ceterms:targetNodeName":{"en-US":"Active"},"ceterms:targetNodeDescription":{"en-US":"Awards of the credential are ongoing."}},"ceterms:instructionalProgramType":[{"@type":"ceterms:CredentialAlignmentObject","ceterms:framework":"https://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/cipcode/Default.aspx?y=55","ceterms:targetNode":"https://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/cipcode/cipdetail.aspx?y=56\u0026cip=01.8301","ceterms:codedNotation":"01.8301","ceterms:frameworkName":{"en-US":"Classification of Instructional Programs"},"ceterms:targetNodeName":{"en-US":"Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant."},"ceterms:targetNodeDescription":{"en-US":"A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of veterinarians, laboratory animal specialists, and zoological professionals, to provide patient management, care, and clinical procedures assistance as well as owner communication.  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